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The Returners\u2019 Support Programme (RSP) was launched in 2017 in order to provide support for all colleagues returning from extended leave to minimise the impact on their career. This service is offered to both our academic and professional service colleagues. This blog post aims to help you understand what the RSP is, how to access it, the application process, and who to contact for further information. The information provided has been summarised in a more accessible format from the Returners’ Support Programme document which can be found here<\/a> along with other documents needed for the application.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you have any tips or advice on using the RSP, please leave a comment below for the rest of the parents to see! <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Please note that this Programme does not cover periods of Academic Sabbatical Leave or Career Breaks.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

We Will Discuss <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who Can Apply<\/span><\/a><\/p>

The Support A<\/span><\/a>v<\/a><\/span>ailable<\/span><\/a><\/p>

The Funding Available<\/span><\/a><\/p>

The Application Process<\/a><\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Newcastle University is committed to encouraging and supporting the development of all colleagues and understands that returning from a long period of break can bring about challenges both for yourself and those around you. The RSP is built to help offer this additional support when needed to reduce the impact of leave. This programme further supports the University\u2019s commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, removing barriers to progression, offering flexibility and ultimately creating a fully inclusive community in which all colleagues can thrive equally.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n


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Who Can Apply<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

All colleagues returning to or joining Newcastle University after a period of at least 18 weeks (the leave can be taken in separate blocks but must add up to a total of at least 18 weeks within a year) of parental-related leave (e.g. maternity leave, adoption leave or shared parental leave) will be eligible to apply for the programme and receive financial support to get back to speed. Further information about eligibility can be found in our checklist below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Support Available<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Your line manager including your School\/Institute\/Service Manager are responsible for discussing with you how to plan your leave and return to work. Issues which need to be discussed include<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n